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President Donald Trump has now been back in the White House for 100 days, with Tuesday marking the 100th day of his second term, following his inauguration on January 20, 2025. Here's a look at where Trump stands with his election promises, voter polls, signing of laws and executive orders and the...

The latest early voting statistics in the U.S. suggest a significant decrease from 2020, potentially posing a hurdle for the Democratic party’s prospects. What Happened: A recent poll reveals that the number of early votes cast is considerably lower than previous projections. Early voting...

This story has been updated to correct a typographical error.  Vice President Kamala Harris is marginally leading Donald Trump in six key battleground states, according to a Bloomberg News/Morning Consult survey, with notable leads in Nevada, Pennsylvania, Arizona, and Michigan. Vice President...

Owner of X, Elon Musk, responded to a post on the platform that appeared to label “Shark Tank” fame billionaire Mark Cuban an idiot. What Happened: Musk’s post on Sunday was in response to a post that featured a likeness of Cuban with the words “There’s nothing in the...

Leading cryptocurrency Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) soared in value in 2024, setting several new all-time highs, including passing $73,000 for the first time Wednesday. Here's how Bitcoin ETFs could have played a role and what Benzinga users are saying about the new investment vehicles. What Happened: The...

As the United States braces for the 2024 national elections, pivotal state elections on Tuesday have become a focal point for gauging the political climate. Among the key races, the gubernatorial contest in Kentucky is particularly riveting, with the incumbent fighting to retain his position, while...

Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:META) has announced that its app, Threads, will now include polls and GIFs. The company’s CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, demonstrated the new features by creating posts containing a poll and a GIF, The Verge reported. These features, although basic, have been present...

Former President Donald Trump continues to outstrip his GOP competitors, not only in polling numbers but also in fundraising. What Happened: Trump’s campaign reported a third-quarter fundraising haul of $24.5 million, more than twice that of any of his Republican competitors,...

Former GOP Rep. John Katko (N.Y.) expressed concerns over recent polls that showed a hypothetical match-up between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. Despite Biden’s declining numbers, Trump is not outpacing him, prompting Katko to suggest the Republican Party should be...

A new election poll among Republican voters shows former President Donald Trump continuing his commanding lead for GOP support ahead of the 2024 election. What Happened: The 2024 election is widely seen as a three-person race between Trump, current President Joe Biden and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis...

Meta Platforms Inc.’s (NASDAQ:META) instant messaging service, WhatsApp, is widely rolling out a feature to limit poll choices to just one option.  What Happened: Meta has released the WhatsApp for iOS 23.8.78 update on the App Store and it the platform...

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis believes his ranking in polls against Former President Donald Trump will change after he formally announces his bid for the 2024 U.S. presidential election.  What Happened: DeSantis, who is on a global tour, in response to a media question...

Former President Donald Trump’s favorability rating has dropped to a new low after falling steadily over the past few months. What Happened: According to a Sunday poll by NBC News, 34% of registered voters have a favorable opinion of Trump, while 54% have a negative one. Trump's...

By The Fresh Toast's Brendan Bures, provided exclusively to Benzinga Cannabis. A new poll shows just how entrenched cannabis is in the mainstream, especially when compared to other controversial issues. Seven out of every 10 Americans believe smoking marijuana is morally acceptable, according...

Historically, the conservative south has strongly resisted marijuana legalization. Nonetheless support for marijuana legalization has begun germinating across the south. The southern populace (and the rest of the nation) favors legalization. The legislatures, however, remain relatively stiff in...